Banyuwangi Ethno Carnival 2026

A model showcases a costume during the 2026 Banyuwangi Ethno Carnival (BEC) in Banyuwangi, East Java, Saturday (July 18, 2026). The 14th edition of the carnival, themed "Perang Bayu" (Bayu War), depicts the Blambangan people's struggle against colonial rule and features more than 100 performers in costumes that combine local cultural elements with contemporary fashion to promote tourism while preserving Banyuwangi's history, arts, and cultural heritage. ANTARA PHOTO/Budi Candra Setya/sgd/M052

A model presents a costume during the 2026 Banyuwangi Ethno Carnival (BEC) in Banyuwangi, East Java, Saturday (July 18, 2026). The 14th edition of the carnival, themed "Perang Bayu" (Bayu War), portrays the Blambangan people's resistance against colonialism and features more than 100 performers wearing costumes that blend local cultural elements with modern fashion to promote tourism while preserving Banyuwangi's history, arts, and cultural heritage. ANTARA PHOTO/Budi Candra Setya/sgd/M052

Regional performing arts groups from Banyuwangi take part in the 2026 Banyuwangi Ethno Carnival (BEC) in Banyuwangi, East Java, Saturday (July 18, 2026). The 14th edition of the carnival, themed "Perang Bayu" (Bayu War), portrays the Blambangan people's resistance against colonialism and features more than 100 performers in costumes that blend local cultural elements with modern fashion to promote tourism while preserving Banyuwangi's history, arts, and cultural heritage. ANTARA PHOTO/Budi Candra Setya/sgd/M052